Top 10 toys and gifts for children with autism, picked by parents

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1. iPad

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According to MyAutismTeam's survey, nearly a quarter of responders said the favorite toy for children with autism may be the preferred toy among many Americans of all ages: Apple's iPad.

As 60 minutes reported last October, many iPad apps help children with autism learn and communicate, which can often be a struggle. The sensory experience of the touch screen also holds the attention of many children with autism keeping them engaged for hours.

Here's the 60 Minutes story:

It was recently reported that 1 in 8 children will be affected by autism. A friend of mine is the mother of an autistic child that struggles with communication skills. She has even taken the time to write a children's book about him. Her positive thinking really shows that autism doesn't always have to be negative. The books that can be found here http://******/L9Ee7x are written through her sons eyes on his adventures around the universe.


seohop replies:: linkicon reporticon emailicon; Sorry I forgot the title. It is called Troys Amazing Universe and is listed at childrensbookstoday .com